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An Unfinished Life (2005)

“Every secret takes on a life of its own.”

6.8/10 · 724 votes 1h 48m pg-13 Drama

#70 of 184 films from 2005 #2233 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Lasse Hallström · Written by Virginia Korus Spragg, Mark Spragg

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Overview

Stoic and heartbroken, Einar Gilkyson quietly lives in the rugged Wyoming ranchlands alongside his only trusted friend, Mitch Bradley. One day, the woman he blames for the death of his only son arrives at his door broke, desperate, and with a granddaughter he's never known. But even as buried anger and accusations resurface, the way is opened for unexpected connection, adventure, and forgiveness.

Cast

Robert Redfordas Einar Gilkyson
Jennifer Lopezas Jean Gilkyson
Morgan Freemanas Mitch Bradley
Becca Gardneras Griff Gilkyson
Josh Lucasas Crane Curtis
Damian Lewisas Gary Winston
Camryn Manheimas Nina
Lynda Boydas Kitty
Rob Hayteras Deputy
P. Lynn Johnsonas Shelter Supervisor
Byron Lucasas Motorcycle Rider
Trevor Mossas Griffin Gilkyson
R. Nelson Brownas Kent
Dillard Brinsonas Gnome Owner

Facts

Release dateSeptember 9, 2005
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) — about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$18,618,284 (0.6× budget)
IMDbtt0350261

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Questions

How long is An Unfinished Life?
An Unfinished Life runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is An Unfinished Life worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 724 votes, which places it #70 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 63%) and #2233 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed An Unfinished Life?
An Unfinished Life was directed by Lasse Hallström. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Hachi: A Dog's Tale (2009), What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993), A Dog's Purpose (2017).
Who stars in An Unfinished Life?
Robert Redford as Einar Gilkyson; Jennifer Lopez as Jean Gilkyson; Morgan Freeman as Mitch Bradley; Becca Gardner as Griff Gilkyson; Josh Lucas as Crane Curtis; Damian Lewis as Gary Winston.
What is An Unfinished Life rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for An Unfinished Life?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/20012.

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